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2 speed best for weight and more simple, frankly the 6 speed is a “better” system though as you have more gears and more range. But it’s nearly a kg heavier... 6spds are faster, fact.
Superlight bikes have a ti fork, rear triangle, aluminium - still loose ball headset and a sealed bearing front wheel and foam grips - more comfy that the horrible rubber cheese graters though!
You will only save 500 grams? And they are currently only being sold at Brompton junctions and .com because Brompton...
You would be better spending the cash on Ergon grips, nice pedals, a suitable saddle, FCB, front bag and a set of lights IMO
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Im considering a brompton again.
Is the 2, 3 or 6 speed considered any better/ worse for any reason (reliability, weight)?
What differences does the lightweight version have over stock?
What models come with ti rear triangle as standard?
Anything else i should consider?
I know i want the flat bar version. It will be used for london commuting and possibly some 1hr+ commuting runs from outsidenof london. I will be taking it on and off the train too.